About Professor Knight

My Story

I have been a registered Counselling Psychologist for over two decades and a Professor of Psychology since 2004. I am based at the University of Johannesburg and the NHC Health Centre in Honeydew, Johannesburg.

I obtained a PhD in Psychology from Rhodes University in 1998, which was a monograph focused on the psychotherapy process. I have over 25 years of experience in the practice of psychodynamic psychotherapy and counselling, and over 30 years of experience in training MA student psychologists in the art of psychotherapy.

My motivation for my life's work stems from an interest in human experience shaped by history, culture, trauma, and family of origin, as well as how these experiences are reenacted in the therapeutic process. I have published extensively in international journals and have presented numerous papers at psychotherapy conferences worldwide.

My Approach to Psychotherapy and Counselling

My approach to psychotherapy and counselling is to provide a safe space for clients who come feeling emotionally overwhelmed and need help finding hope and a purpose again.

My approach to therapeutic work is centered on the concept that “the relationship is the therapy”. This means that I view psychotherapy as a collaborative working relationship, and thus a dynamic process of finding resolutions and positive changes together.

To this end, I am committed to providing professional mental healthcare to all clients from all walks of life and to supporting them in their journey towards personal empowerment.

“the relationship is the therapy”